cblcop Posted April 7, 2009 #1 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Will the pools ever be salt free. It seems like with all technology these days it would be a simple process. It may be a money thing. I thought I would just throw this out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Mach* Posted April 7, 2009 #2 Share Posted April 7, 2009 It's a simple, and sanitary, thing to drain the pool each evening, clean it and refill it. When you think about the pumps, filters and chemicals required for a chlorinated pool I think both cost and complexity were considerations for salt water pools... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbanfan Posted April 7, 2009 #3 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Will the pools ever be salt free. It seems like with all technology these days it would be a simple process. It may be a money thing. I thought I would just throw this out there. They can do it........they choose not to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelz66 Posted April 7, 2009 #4 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Why do people who pay to go on a cruise to various islands and go to the beach and go into the water there have such an aversion to salt water pools? They would rather be exposed to harsh chemicals? :confused::confused::confused::confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKane Posted April 7, 2009 #5 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Will the pools ever be salt free. It seems like with all technology these days it would be a simple process. It may be a money thing. I thought I would just throw this out there. No, the pools are not salt free but on the Freedom at least they have showers right at the pool deck where you can rinse off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Mach* Posted April 8, 2009 #6 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Why do people who pay to go on a cruise to various islands and go to the beach and go into the water there have such an aversion to salt water pools? They would rather be exposed to harsh chemicals? :confused::confused::confused::confused: I sold my hot tub because I was allergic to the chemicals... foo... I do fine in the on board pools, however!!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outerbks Posted April 8, 2009 #7 Share Posted April 8, 2009 If the salt water pools are a deal breaker, you should choose another cruise line. One that caters to the puckered up, not Fun Ships.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMedik Posted April 8, 2009 #8 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Will the pools ever be salt free. It seems like with all technology these days it would be a simple process. It may be a money thing. I thought I would just throw this out there. Salt is Sodium Chloride. Freshwater pools are chlorinated by Chloride. Why remove a component that cleans water? I hope they keep the salt water pools. I prefer them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunu Posted April 8, 2009 #9 Share Posted April 8, 2009 The Princess ship we were on had freshwater pools apparently. I never went near it unless to walk to the bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bear5751 Posted April 8, 2009 #10 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Will the pools ever be salt free. It seems like with all technology these days it would be a simple process. It may be a money thing. I thought I would just throw this out there. The salt water is actually supposed to be better for your skin, no harsh chemicals, I work in construction and people are actually opting for salt water pools in the new homes now. As one of the other posters said it is also much more efficient and clean for the cruise lines than trying to maintain a chlorinated pool. Its not so bad, all the ships I've been on have the showers right at poolside to rinse so you aren't sticky!! And being on the ship in the sunshine and even the salt water pool is better than working any day!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbanfan Posted April 8, 2009 #11 Share Posted April 8, 2009 The Princess ship we were on had freshwater pools apparently. I never went near it unless to walk to the bar. You went on a cruise line that caters to the puckered up:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbanfan Posted April 8, 2009 #12 Share Posted April 8, 2009 The salt water is actually supposed to be better for your skin, no harsh chemicals, I work in construction and people are actually opting for salt water pools in the new homes now. As one of the other posters said it is also much more efficient and clean for the cruise lines than trying to maintain a chlorinated pool. Its not so bad, all the ships I've been on have the showers right at poolside to rinse so you aren't sticky!! And being on the ship in the sunshine and even the salt water pool is better than working any day!!!! People choose the salt water filtration system because it is easier and cheaper to maintain.......yeah my pool guy tried to talk me into it;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunu Posted April 8, 2009 #13 Share Posted April 8, 2009 You went on a cruise line that caters to the puckered up:confused: I'm very ladida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbanfan Posted April 8, 2009 #14 Share Posted April 8, 2009 I'm very ladida. LMAO! Then why are you cruising on Carnival:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunu Posted April 8, 2009 #15 Share Posted April 8, 2009 LMAO! Then why are you cruising on Carnival:confused: You know, see how the other half lives. (plus I heard we can bbq on the balcony) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sirwinston Posted April 8, 2009 #16 Share Posted April 8, 2009 QM2 has fresh water pools. For the same amount of $$ for an inside on that ship per day I can get a suite on Carnival. I do not mind the salt, I just wish they were warmer sometimes. But not a big deal to me. Tom in Long Beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbanfan Posted April 8, 2009 #17 Share Posted April 8, 2009 You know, see how the other half lives. (plus I heard we can bbq on the balcony) I hear Party city has Carnival cruise passenger costumes for rent........just incase you run into someone ya know:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outerbks Posted April 8, 2009 #18 Share Posted April 8, 2009 For those who like fresh water so much, you should take a Great Lake Cruise. Try the Dead Fish Cruise Line DFCL. It stinks. Enjoy!:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblcop Posted April 8, 2009 Author #19 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Give me a break people. I just asked a simple question. as for salt water, I live 2 miles from the beach and go to the beach alot in the summer. I have a 7 year old daughter on our last cruise the salt was really burning her eyes (She was wearing goggles) but some water did get into her eyes. As for puckered up cruises. I have been on over 20 cruises all but 3 on Carnival. I have a cruise booked on Carnival this September and prefer Carnival to the other Cruise lines. This was a simple Question that I asked. I didn't Intend on ruffling anyones feathers. Thank you to the posters who answered my question on why the pools are salt water. Happy Cruising. See ya in the VIP check in line or will I. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LemurCat Posted April 8, 2009 #20 Share Posted April 8, 2009 LMAO! Then why are you cruising on Carnival:confused: Because for a small gratuity, they'll put her $10,000 Italian linen sheets on her bed. Duh! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LemurCat Posted April 8, 2009 #21 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Give me a break people. I just asked a simple question. as for salt water, I live 2 miles from the beach and go to the beach alot in the summer. I have a 7 year old daughter on our last cruise the salt was really burning her eyes (She was wearing goggles) but some water did get into her eyes. As for puckered up cruises. I have been on over 20 cruises all but 3 on Carnival. I have a cruise booked on Carnival this September and prefer Carnival to the other Cruise lines. This was a simple Question that I asked. I didn't Intend on ruffling anyones feathers. Thank you to the posters who answered my question on why the pools are salt water. Happy Cruising. See ya in the VIP check in line or will I. This topic comes up once a day. There are several threads on it. It's like talking about passports, smuggling liquor, and chair hogs. People get sick of discussing the same things over and over again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurbanfan Posted April 8, 2009 #22 Share Posted April 8, 2009 because for a small gratuity, they'll put her $10,000 italian linen sheets on her bed. Duh! ;) lmao!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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